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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Lactococcus cremoris YRC3780 may act on immune cells in the intestinal tract to enhance cytokine production, and these cytokines in turn may improve the stress response, stated researchers from Yotsuba Milk Products]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New research suggests Bifidobacterium plays a key role in preventing antibiotic resistance in infants, paving the way for new strategies which promote the proliferation of this crucial gut bacteria. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Data indicated that gene fragments specific to the TCI633 probiotic were detected in 66.7% of infant fecal samples, suggesting potential microbial transfer and colonization.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The researchers uncovered that a complex microbial ecosystem consisting of 115 previously unreported bacterial genomes exist among the Yanomami.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Daily supplementation with probiotic Heyndrickxia coagulans Unique IS2 may improve stool characteristics for people with hard and poor quality stools, says a new study by PepsiCo and Nutrasource.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Daily supplementation of a probiotic strain isolated from human breast milk has been found to improve respiratory, gut, and immune health in children.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[SNHL, or inner ear hearing loss, impacts about 1.5 billion people across the globe and is one of the most common and incurable chronic health disabilities in the world, according WHO.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The roles that dietary fats play in the story of several chronic diseases remain controversial.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Blackcurrant extract or partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) could improve gut health in athletes with dysbiosis according to new research in male rugby players
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Over 75% of infants in the U.S. are deficient in Bifidobacterium – bacteria once a cornerstone of U.S. infants’ microbiome.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New research from Brightseed highlights the 'restorative potential' of NCT and NFT for gut barrier function and symptom relief.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[An isotonic beetroot drink may improve the speed of power development during sprints and increase muscle deoxygenation in active individuals, according to new research published in the journal Beverages.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[There is also growing interest in the use of mushrooms as a functional food due to their nutritional attributes.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA["We showed in our clinical studies that Nutrafol Skin can serve on its own or as an adjunctive therapy alongside existing therapies by targeting the root causes of breakouts including stress, hormones, the microbiome, immune function, metabolism, and lifestyle," said Dr. Raymond.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The supplement increased fat burn rates by up to 200% and enhanced reductions in blood pressure after exercise by up 11%, with the lead researcher suggesting its use as a safe nutritional intervention to rival expensive Type 2 Diabetes drugs.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The researchers suggest that a combination of saffron, elderberry and melilotus, whether developed for topical use or as dietary supplement, may offer potential benefits in the prevention and treatment of retinal degenerative diseases.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Kaempferia parviflora, also called black ginger is rich in polymethoxyflavonoids]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Supplementation with thongweed, the brown seaweed, could improve metabolic health]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Zest recently teamed up with the Memory Lab at the University of Cambridge to launch a new app-based test to measure brain health.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Metabolic syndrome is a condition characterized by central obesity, hypertension and disturbed glucose and insulin metabolism. The syndrome has been linked to increased risks of both type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[“The stepwise trajectory in O3I [...] underscores the potential and importance of sustained long-term dietary behavior change," the researchers wrote.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A new systematic review reported that the rate of adulteration in weight loss products was lower in the early 2020s than the years prior.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A review has cast doubt on whether NAD precursors can improve muscle mass and function, but exercise could be the missing link.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The research found that increased Cutibacterium across multiple body sites was consistently associated with more positive mental wellness.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[People who naturally produce less hydrogen in their gut may benefit more from hydrogen-rich water, according to study author Sergej Ostojic.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA["Low circulating taurine concentrations are unlikely to serve as a good biomarker of aging," wrote scientists from the National Institute on Aging at the US National Institutes of Health (NIH)]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Research on beneficial bioactive compounds found in coffee and tea continues to expand, with factors including differences in genetics, brewing method and microbiome composition influencing health outcomes.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Bacopa monnieri supplier Verdure Sciences says it is "encouraging" to see continued validation of Bacopa’s neuropharmacological activity. ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A new study from China reported that several nutritional supplements may improve lung function, boost exercise capacity, and enhance the quality of life for COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) patients.© Getty Images ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The study of two supplements shows acne may not have only one cause as science indicates it may go beyond the skin.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[“Our findings suggested that probiotic supplementation initiated at different ages between 0 and 3 years was associated with a lower prevalence of overweight and obesity in preschool children," wrote scientists based in China and Australia.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA["Wellness is more important to consumers than ever. In the United States alone, we estimate that it represents more than $500 billion in annual spend, growing at 4 to 5 percent each year," the report stated.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[“Our results indicate that the interaction between probiotics and the human gut microbiota can influence changes in ecological balance through nutrient cross-feeding, and understanding this interaction can be applied to precision probiotic therapies,” wrote scientists based in Korea.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Find out latest research on probiotics’ preventive effects on cognitive health and childhood obesity, as well as how post-meal blood sugar levels could affect sleep quality in this round-up.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Research finds that higher levels of vitamin B1 and B2, as well as specific gut microbes Bifidobacterium, Enterobacteriaceae, and Enterococcus, may be associated with improved sleep quality and reduced stress levels]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sleep supplement science continues to expand,  exploring the benefits of a wide range of ingredients and blends for their sleep-promoting properties.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The NutraCast is NutraIngredients-USA's award-winning weekly podcast]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The bioactive compounds in olive leaf, such as oleuropein, oleacein, tyrosol, and hydroxytyrosol, have previously shown anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-atherogenic properties]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New research sheds light on the genetic variability of the human gut microbiome at the strain level on a global scale, identifying links with geographical location, health and disease.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Selenium, an essential micronutrient, is a trace element found in foods including grains, nuts, seafood, red meat and dairy products.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[At Yakult's recent Science for Health symposium, Professor Claire Steves and Dr. Jenna Macciochi discussed the latest scientific evidence focusing on longevity, immunity and gut health.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[© MinoruM / Getty Images ]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA["This study is the first to demonstrate that a multi-species probiotic can significantly alter [vagus nerve] parameters and gut microbiome composition in patients with major depression," wrote researchers from the Medical University of Graz in Austria.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The supplement could serve as complement to topical sunscreens, as an extra layer of skin protection, says Uroš Gotar, chief innovation officer at Tosla NutriCosmetics, which developed the product.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Six weeks of supplementation with Lubrizol’s Curcushine-branded microencapsulated curcumin extract reduced wrinkle volume in the crow's feet region.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[“Probiotics have the potential to enhance exercise capacity by bolstering the host’s immune system function, intestinal barrier integrity, energy metabolism, mental resilience and antioxidant capability,” wrote scientists in the journal Physiological Reports.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Almost 50% of the whey produced by the cheese industry is discharged into water bodies, causing pollution and ecological imbalances. Mixed microbial communities can upcycle this waste whey into single-cell protein, providing a nutritious alternative protein source with a lower environmental impact.]]></image:caption>
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